How does the taste compare to regular blackcurrant jelly sweets? — Smart Sweets JELLY CANDIES Blackcurrant Flavor 90 g Sugar-Free, Gluten-Free Di&Di

The taste aims to deliver a familiar, fruity blackcurrant experience while using alternative sweeteners. You can expect a richer, slightly tangy berry profile, balanced with citric acid for brightness, which is common in berry-flavoured candies.

The main difference from classic sugar-based sweets is in the sweetness character and aftertaste. Maltitol provides bulk and a cooling sensation similar to sugar, but some people detect a milder sweetness or a different mouthfeel. Stevia extract contributes intense sweetness without calories, though a slight aftertaste can be noticeable to sensitive palates, especially when consumed alone. The combined effect is often a less cloyingly sweet, more nuanced flavour that doesn't leave a heavy sugar coating on the teeth.

If you're used to very sweet, artificial-tasting candies, these may taste different initially. For many reducing sugar intake, they offer a satisfying 'chewy, berry-flavoured' alternative that feels like a real treat. Trying them with a cup of tea or water can help balance the flavour experience.